So hear is what I am wondering...we all know that the majority of our weight should shift to the right side during the backswing and to the left side during the downswing. What I'm hoping to understand is what this action means to the rotation of the body (both the degree of rotation and direction) when done correctly and when done improperly (leaving weight on the left side). My theory (and question to this forum) is that when the weight is properly shifted to the right side the left hip is able to rotate freely, to a greater degree and toward the right instep. When the weight shifts back to left side the hands are able to come from the inside and the right hip is then able to rotate freely and powerfully. My conclusion on this matter stems from my analysis of the opposite (improper) action. When weight stays on the left side during the backswing the right hip moves too freely back and allows the arms and hands to come too far to the inside. When the downswing is initiated and the weight falls back to the right side the left hip is the freed up, so that it spins out and forces the arms and hands out over the top.
Basically, the hip (side) that gets the most freedom of motion is the opposite of the side where the weight is located.
I hope this was a clear explanation and I would really like some professional feedback. Thanks
Basically, the hip (side) that gets the most freedom of motion is the opposite of the side where the weight is located.
I hope this was a clear explanation and I would really like some professional feedback. Thanks
